Overview

Collaborating with the College of Education, students receive specialized training tailored to the demands of modern education.

By combining elements of history and social sciences, graduates of the History - Social Studies Education program at Michigan State University emerge with a deep understanding of both subjects, positioning them as versatile professionals in today's job market.

Careers

Whether pursuing a future as a history teacher or seeking roles in education, research, or other fields, graduates with a social studies education degree excel in a wide range of industries.

Alumni work as:

Educators
Business analysts
Case managers
Community resource advisers
Human resources coordinators
Treatment specialists

Youth advocates

Alumni work at:

Chrysler Corporation

Detroit Tigers

General Electric

Hope Network

Jackson National Life Insurance

Prime Research

Union Pacific Railroad

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microeconomics

Macroeconomics

World Regional Geography

Geographic Information

Geography of the United States and Canada

World History to 1500

World History since 1500

Historical Methods and Skills

U.S. History to 1876

U.S. History since 1876

History of Michigan

American Politics

Comparative Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

East Lansing, United States

Disciplines

Education History Sociology View 1533 other Bachelors in Sociology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The $75 application fee is required to officially submit your application for admission.

Request that all secondary schools, colleges, universities attended and/or examination boards send original or attested copies of all transcripts, marks sheets, certificates and diplomas earned directly to the Office of Admissions at Michigan State University.

In order to obtain the documents needed to file for a student visa (I-20 or DS-2019), admitted students must show adequate proof of financial support.

As part of the undergraduate application for admission, each applicant is required to submit one essay (minimum 250 words, maximum 650 words) from the list of prompts.

Do not send letters of recommendation, photographs, portfolios or additional personal essays. Doing so will delay processing of your application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

44300 USD / year

≈ 44300 USD / year
Out-of-State

44300 USD / year

≈ 44300 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16916 USD / year

≈ 16916 USD / year

Living costs

East Lansing

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

East Lansing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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